US-China Diplomatic Tensions in Hong Kong

US-China Diplomatic Tensions in Hong Kong

There are rising diplomatic strains between the United States and China over Hong Kong, as the US State Department rejected a sharp warning from China’s top diplomat in the region. That diplomat, Cui Jianchun, spoke out against Julie Eadeh, the new US consul...
Baltic Sea Critical Infrastructure Crisis

Baltic Sea Critical Infrastructure Crisis

The guards watched the vessel from a patrol ship. It moved about 18 nautical miles north of Władysławowo, a town on Poland’s coast. There, it neared the Petrobaltic submarine pipeline. This line carries natural gas under the sea. The boat slowed its speed. It...
Northern Cebu Earthquake

Northern Cebu Earthquake

A strong earthquake hit northern Cebu in the central Philippines on the night of September 30, 2025. It killed at least 72 people by the morning of October 2. This event ranks as one of the deadliest natural disasters in the country over recent years. The quake struck...
Japan’s Industrial Footprint in Gujarat

Japan’s Industrial Footprint in Gujarat

In the rural towns of Gujarat, India, a new trend takes shape. Hotels now serve as Japanese retreats for auto workers from Japan. These spots cater to expats at factories run by Honda and Suzuki. Suppliers join in too. The setup helps these workers feel at home....
Tampines Changkat Community Fridge Initiative

Tampines Changkat Community Fridge Initiative

The Tampines Changkat Community Fridge represents a thoughtful approach to addressing food insecurity while maintaining dignity for beneficiaries. Launched in August 2022, this initiative demonstrates how grassroots engagement, strategic partnerships, and community...